
The Tryall Course
The Tryall Club


About this course
The Tryall Club, carved into the undulating hills of Montego Bay, Jamaica, stands as a testament to a bygone era when golf course design prioritized natural beauty over brute length. A prime example of post-war architecture, the course, with its flirtatious Caribbean sea breezes, rewards strategic shot-making and creative approaches over pure power. The terrain, a delightful mix of rolling parkland and coastal exposure, plays host to cunning doglegs and the occasional blind shot, demanding a deft touch from tee to green. While not known for its prodigious length, Tryall subtly favors the player who can work the ball with a draw, finding the optimal angle to attack the flag. Ralph Plummer’s original design was crafted to showcase the dramatic Jamaican landscape, while subsequent enhancements have gently modernized the course without compromising its inherent charm. While it has never hosted a Major, its subtle difficulty is a favorite among its diverse membership, many of whom arrive for weeks at a time. The club is renowned for its familial, multi-generational membership and a distinct absence of pretense. Stories abound of impromptu matches between members and touring professionals, all fueled by laughter and the island's laid-back spirit. After the round, the club is known for their Jamaican jerk chicken.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in Jamaica
Best in Cornwall
Quick facts
- Location
- Montego Bay, Cornwall, JM
- Access
- Public
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Ralph Plummer
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,195 metres
- Course Vaults score
- 7.8
Getting there
The journey to The Tryall Club begins with arrival at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay (MBJ), Jamaica's primary gateway, situated roughly 20 minutes west along the North Coast highway. For those traveling by private aviation, Montego Bay's Aerodrome offers a more intimate arrival, with the club's concierge arranging ground transport directly to the property. From either point, the drive winds eastward along the Caribbean coastline, transitioning from the bustle of the resort corridor into progressively quieter roads that climb gently into the lush hills of Cornwall Parish, where the landscape shifts to verdant tropical gardens and manicured grounds that announce your arrival at this storied clifftop sanctuary overlooking the turquoise waters below.

FAQ
Common questions about The Tryall
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
The Tryall has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 24 logged golfers.
The Tryall was designed by Ralph Plummer.
Yes. The Tryall is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at The Tryall is 71.
The Tryall plays 6,195 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The Tryall is a 18-hole course.




